11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 85
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the rear lifting gear. ( p. 77)
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Main work
– Shift gear to neutral.
– In the area of the chain sliding guard, press the chain upward toward the swingarm and
determine chain tension
A
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Upper chain section
B
must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat this measurement at differ-
ent chain positions.
Chain tension 5… 7 mm (0.2… 0.28 in)
» If the chain tension does not meet the specification:
– Adjust the chain tension. ( p. 86)
– Remove the rear of the motorcycle from the lifting gear. ( p. 77)